Biosecurity Officer

Department of Regional NSW; Coonamble; On-site; AUD 87,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Department of Regional NSW is seeking a Biosecurity Officer for the Central West LLS, performing field work, advising landholders, and ensuring regulatory compliance in pest and biosecurity programs.

The role emphasizes engagement with rural communities, coordination with stakeholders, and maintaining records while contributing to emergency response and program evaluation. NSW location: Coonamble.

Qualifications

• Accreditation and licences listed are required.
• Experience in pest management or biosecurity field preferred.
• Ability to work in field with communities and stakeholders.
• Knowledge of biosecurity regulations and national standards.
• Willingness to travel as required.

Responsibilities

• Conduct field and regulatory activities for pest and disease management.
• Ensure compliance with biosecurity legislation and regulations.
• Engage with customers and stakeholders on biosecurity initiatives.
• Support surveillance, investigation and emergency response efforts.
• Maintain accurate records and contribute to program evaluation.

Skills

People skills

Stakeholder engagement

Organization

Independent work

Attention to detail

Learning mindset

Field & regulatory work

Education

Biosecurity Officer accreditation

Certificate IV in Government Investigations

Authorised Officer status under Biosecurity Act

Pesticide application qualifications

NSW Firearms Licence

NSW Class C Driver Licence

Job description

• Ongoing full time position
• Location – Coonamble NSW
• Salary range $87,199pa - $95,482pa + super & leave loading
• See the impact on your community!

About the Role

As a Biosecurity Officer with the Central West LLS team, you'll play a key role in supporting landholders to manage pest animals and Biosecurity in the region. You'll work on field activities, provide advice on pest animal management, and compliance with regulations, helping protect the agricultural landscape and natural ecosystems. You’ll collaborate with stakeholders, support emergency response efforts, and ensure programs meet national biosecurity standards.

Key responsibilities:

• Conduct field and regulatory activities for pest and disease management
• Ensure compliance with biosecurity legislation and regulations
• Engage with customers and stakeholders on biosecurity initiatives
• Support surveillance, investigation, and emergency response efforts
• Maintain accurate records and contribute to program evaluation.

Key challenges:

• Engaging diverse stakeholders while applying regulations
• Balancing planned activities with immediate biosecurity needs.

Join us in making a meaningful impact on biosecurity and agricultural sustainability in our region!

About You

This is a role for someone who loves being in the field and working with people and animals.

We're looking for someone who:

• Enjoys working with people and building strong relationships across rural communities
• Can confidently provide advice, support and practical solutions to customers and stakeholders
• Is organised, adaptable and able to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Works well both independently and as part of a collaborative team
• Has strong attention to detail and can maintain accurate records and reports
• Is eager to learn and develop technical knowledge in biosecurity and pest management
• Enjoys a hands-on role that combines field work, customer engagement and regulatory activities.

Ideally you’ll have some of the following, or be willing to obtain;

• Biosecurity Officer accreditation, including a Certificate IV in Government Investigations
• Authorised Officer status under the Biosecurity Act
• Appropriate pesticide application qualifications
• A NSW Firearms Licence and relevant firearm training
• A current NSW Class C Driver Licence and a willingness to travel as required.

For further information about the role please contact Kendall Lewis via [e-mail] or 0409 823 064. Alternatively, you can view the role description.

Application Closing Date: Wednesday 23 September at 11.55pm

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About Us: Together, we are DPIRD

The New South Wales Department of Primary Industries and Regional Development (DPIRD) protects, supports and develops primary industries and regional economies.

Collectively we support strong and sustainable agriculture, forestry, fishing and mining industries, and regional economies. We actively manage our natural assets: our lands and soils, minerals, waterways and oceans, vegetation and forests.

The department brings together:

• Local Land Services
• NSW Resources
• Agriculture and Biosecurity
• Fisheries and Forestry
• Regional Development and Delivery.

With the majority of the DPIRD team living and working in regional NSW, we are embedded in the regions we serve.

Diversity and inclusion are core DPIRD values. Everyone has the right to contribute and participate to their full potential. We are committed to supporting a diverse and inclusive culture that is respectful, welcoming and flexible – a workplace where our people feel supported, valued, and part of our collective success.

Learn more about the benefits of joining our diverse and talented DPIRD team.

Additional Information

A recruitment pool may be created for ongoing and temporary roles of the same role or role type that may become available for filling over the next eighteen months.

The successful applicant in this role may be required to undergo a police check, health assessment and/or other assessments as required.